My dad and I are swapping a T-5 into his 53 Plymouth Wagon, so far this is what we have come up with.
1993 Mustang World Class 5 spd. We went with this trans because of the Closer gear ratios compared to the S-10 transmissions.
We made an adapter plate out of 1/2" aluminum plate, with a register ring to fit into the original bell housing, and center the bearing retainer on the T-5. We swapped in the Input shaft from a 93-up mustang as it is 3/4" longer than the 92 down, and fits better. For the throw out bearing, we turned down the snout of the bearing retainer to match the OD of the original 3 spd. The stock throw put bearing now fits. " an added bonus is the snout was worn, so its back to being smooth again."
Went to Surge Friction in South Holland IL, and they are setting us up with a clutch disc that will work with the stock auburn pressure plate.
I will try to get some pics ASAP.
As for the rest of the drivetrain we are using a 97 Explorer 8.8 rear axle (4.10, trak-lok, disc brakes, Correct width, and best of all 75.00 at the local pick-a-part) And a 218 with an Offenhauser intake, Twin B&B Carbs, and Langdons Split Exhaust manifolds. (for now) A rebuild with an Aluminum head, balancing and More compression next winter.
